SCs and Afflictions

[thejeff]

I don't think any of the immortals really work well as SCs, except possible the overpriced VQ.
For clearing indies an F9 phoenix with just Fire Darts works pretty well. Dies sometimes, but with no gear that's no great loss. Lich can also be used with just Raise Dead/Skeletons.
Neither will work solo against another player, but since you won't want to use them out of Dominion anyway, they'll usually be defensive and have troops or at least PD.